The bill amends the Public School Code of 1949 to strengthen regulations regarding intercollegiate athletics, particularly focusing on the rights of college athletes concerning their name, image, and likeness (NIL). It introduces new definitions such as "NIL," "NIL collective," and "NIL compensation," while also revising the definition of "athlete agent." The legislation grants prospective and current college student athletes the right to enter into agency contracts and NIL agreements, explicitly prohibiting institutions and athletic associations from interfering with these rights. It also emphasizes the enforcement of academic standards and team rules while ensuring that athletes cannot be penalized for participating in NIL activities.

Additionally, the bill establishes confidentiality for NIL agreements and compensation, mandating that any significant NIL agreements be documented in writing. It requires producers of college merchandise to pay royalties to student athletes whose NIL is used and prohibits institutions from controlling group licensing rights related to these products. The bill sets strict regulations for athlete agents, including prohibitions based on legal issues and requiring written acknowledgment of terms. It allows college athletes to pursue civil actions against violators and includes a severability clause to maintain the enforceability of remaining provisions if any part is deemed invalid. The act is set to take effect 60 days after passage.

Statutes/Laws affected:
Printer's No. 1790 (May 30, 2025): P.L.30, No.14